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DeSoto Adventurer (1960)
for sale

Price: US $3,605.00

Description:

1960 Desoto Adventurer 2 Door Hardtop
1 of 684 Canadian Built 1960 Adventurer 2 door hardtops Produced
Over the last 30 some odd years, I have owned many Forward Look Chrysler product cars. But, none better, or more rarer than this one. A former prestigious National Desoto Club first, and second place show winner (fully documented), it has been honored and featured in such publications as Collectible Automobile Magazine, Cars of The Sizzling 60’s, Cars of the Last 100 years, Old Autos Magazine (front cover feature car), as well as Feature Car on The Jay Leno's Garage webpage. I am the third owner, for which it was sold new in Windsor Ontario, Canada. I’ll list all the details openly about the car, and I will gladly answer any additional questions via email.. I’ll start off by saying that this 60 Adventurer is as nice as I've seen, but is not a perfect concours car, and from my experience not many are. As the pictures show, it has the normal patina of a 20+ year old restoration. I’ll upload as many pictures as I can, illustrating as many details as I can, but specific pics can be requested. Here go’s
Mechanical Details:
1960 Desoto Adventurer 2 door hardtop (Canadian built; 1 of 684 produced) --Clear Ontario title
Vin#: 7209100961- --- P-S-3-M-23
Body No: 556
Paint Code: RN
Trim Code: PTC
Milage 58, 160 miles
Engine: 383 cid (PS3) 2bbl single stainless exhaust (as per original Canadian standard equipment)
Transmission: 3 Speed TorqueFlite Automatic
Tire size: 850-14 bias
Power steering
Power brakes
AAJ front disc conversion
Dual Master Brake Cylinder conversion
Converted from Generator to Alternator
Body/Interior Details:
Paint: Torador Red and Alaskan White
Front Swivel Bucket seats
Nearly flawless survivor quality original interior, never re-upholstered (Canadian correct Saratoga seats)
Day night interior rear view mirror
Driver and rare passenger side exterior mirrors
Dash clock (presently not functioning)
Vacuum assisted Power door locks (Rare Imperial option, presently not working
Padded Dash
AM Radio
Deck mounted antenna
Half tinted rear window
Tinted Front Windshield
Rear Defroster
Overall Condition (Pro’s and Cons):
The exterior has only been done one time and is straight with a finish you could walk into. The fenders are 100% rust free, never patched, as was typical of many Forward Look cars of this era. This fact speaks volumes to the cars overall condition. There is some light blistering on the tail light under pan which as you can see in the pics is hardly noticeable. Although in excellent condition for its age, the paint does have a few minor chips here and there, but nothing major. The chrome is nearly flawless having been re-done as part of the cars restoration. The same being said, the stainless was also machine polished and is as close to perfect as I’ve seen. The wheels and tires are in good overall condition. But, if I was planning any interstate freeway driving, I would budget in a set of radials. For the purists like me out there, I love the feel of the vintage bias ply’s. But no argument here against radials. Just sayin. All 5 factory Desoto hubcaps are in exceptional condition (nearly flawless). The interior is completely original, with the exception of the carpet, and is in near perfect condition. The dash pad needs refurbishing as it shows some warpage due to its age. Just Dashes says they can handle it for right around 450.00. The original unrestored steering wheel has one very minor and nearly unnoticeable hairline crack, but is in otherwise perfect condition. The trunk lip (as often rotted on Desoto/Chrysler’s) is excellent having never been patched or repaired. The trunk floor is original rust free, never patched as is the floor pans and undercarriage. The trunk has the factory grey panelboard side panels, with the original jack instructions which are in excellent condition. It is in need of a new trunk mat. There is a 5th matching spare tire in the trunk complete with original jack. The beautiful original 60 Adventurer tail lights (not repops) are complete with all 6 factory chevrons. I’ll let the pictures say the rest.
This is a private sale. No warranties expressed or implied and is an “As is sale”. Shipping is at buyer’s expense. I can assist with loading of vehicle.
I encourage all inspections done before the end of sale, not after. Buyer is responsible for pickup and shipping of this vehicle. If you wish to have it shipped using a service, I will gladly cooperate, as many people do, you can locate shippers by doing a google search for `auto shippers`. The car is located in Sault Ste Marie Ontario Canada P6A-1A6 which borders Michigan USA. Vehicle must be paid for in full before pick up. Payment must clear my Canadian account before vehicle is picked up or shipped. Generally, it takes 30 days. I’ll accept and prefer cash in person, but I’ll also accept PayPal, Cashiers Cheque, Certified cheque. but, as I said payment must clear my Canadian account prior to vehicle being released. Please don't bid unless you intend to buy. I reserve the right to cancel this auction at any time. If you don't have at least a +10 rating on ebay don't bid, and if you do, I'll cancel it. I'm a life long car guy, and when I buy a car online I like to talk to the owner to discuss purchase and details. Feel free to contact me, ask for Bill (705)-541-9013 after 6pm est. If I don’t answer, leave a detailed message with a call back time and I will call you back.

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